PAT Testing Course – Reading

Join our hands-on PAT Testing training course — small group size, full-day practical workshop, lunch, refreshments & certificate of compliance included.

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About This PAT Testing Course

Join our in-person PAT Testing course and gain the skills you need to test and maintain electrical appliances safely and confidently.

This course is designed for anyone responsible for appliance safety — from facilities teams and caretakers to landlords, business owners, and maintenance staff. No prior electrical experience is required.

Master the Essentials of PAT Testing

What You’ll Learn

Key safety principles and legal requirements for PAT testing
How to carry out thorough visual inspections and spot potential hazards
Correct test techniques using a variety of PAT testers
How to interpret test results and understand equipment limitations
Proper record-keeping, labelling, and documentation to meet compliance standards

The course combines clear, classroom-based learning with guided practical exercises, so you’ll leave confident in both theory and hands-on skills.

Everything you need for the day — and support that goes beyond it.

What's Included?

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Available Dates

Next course date:
Tuesday 16th September 2025

Pre-course pack shipping

Your printed welcome pack & course booklet will arrive before the course to help you prepare and feel confident on the day.
Please ensure your shipping address is correct at checkout.

Limited spaces — book early

Each date is limited to just 12 places to guarantee a high-quality, supportive learning environment.
Secure your place today.

A convenient spot whether you're local or travelling in

Who is this location ideal for?

This course is ideally located if you’re based in or near:

    PAT Testing Course Reading
    With strong road, rail, and airport links, this venue is ideal for learners across the Thames Valley region and beyond.

    Full address and directions for your training day.

    Course Location Details

    Address

    Bird Hills Golf Centre,
    Drift Road,
    Maidenhead
    SL6 3ST

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    Wherever you’re coming from, getting here is straightforward.

    Here's how to get to your Reading PAT testing course

    By Car

    15 mins (8.5 miles) from M4 or A329(M) at Winnersh
    10 mins (4 miles) from the Holyport Interchange (M4/A308(M)/A404(M))
    Complimentary on-site car parking is included

    By Train

    Maidenhead (Elizabeth Line) — approx. 11 mins / 4.5 miles
    Bracknell — approx. 12 mins / 5 miles
    Windsor & Eton Central — approx. 19 mins / 7 miles

    By Plane

    Heathrow Airport (LHR) — approx. 19 miles / 30–50 mins by car
    Luton Airport (LTN) — approx. 50 miles / 60-90 mins by car
    Gatwick Airport (LGW) — approx. 55 miles / 60–90 mins by car

    Approximate Course Schedule

    Here’s what your day will look like.
    We know there’s a lot to take in, so we balance theory with hands-on practice and regular breaks to keep things focused and engaging.

    • Onboarding & Induction 09:00
    • Session 1 09:15
    • Coffee Break 10:30
    • Session 2 10:45
    • Lunch 12:30
    • Session 3 13:00
    • Coffee Break 14:50
    • Session 4 15:00
    • Multiple Choice Exam 16:00
    • Approximate Course End 16:30

    We've got you covered — just tell us if you need anything special.

    Lunch & Refreshments

    Lunch and refreshments are provided as part of your course.
    If you have any special dietary requirements, just let us know — there’s a space to add this at checkout.

    Ideal for beginners, with real-world examples and hands-on training.

    Learn From Experience — Not Just Slides

    Who's it for?

    This course is ideal for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills — no previous PAT testing experience is required. If you’re unsure whether this course is right for you, feel free to contact us.

    Trainer style

    Our experienced trainer will guide you through the process with real-world examples and plenty of hands-on practice throughout the day.

    Everything you need to know before booking

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Handbooks will be sent out by post around 2 weeks before the course date. If you book closer than 1 week, you can collect your book off your trainer on the day.

    Yes, you can book up to midnight on the day before the course. Due to restrictions imposed by the locations, we may not be able to fulfil any special dietary requirements for lunch at such short notice though.

    We keep our courses at a maximum of 12 delegates per course date to make sure that you get the help you need. If the course is sold-out you can email us and we’ll inform you of future dates in that city if there are none yet on the website.

    Yes! Tea, coffee, water & lunch is all provided as part of your course fee.

    Complimentary parking is available at all of our course locations. Scroll up for course location details.

    No experience is necessary, it’s designed for complete beginners but would also be suitable for someone who has had some prior experience, on the job training, or other electrical experience.

    You will be issued with a GetTesting Certificate in PAT Testing.

    Upon successful completion of the course, you will be issued with a digital certificate within 24 hours.

    No, all tools and equipment for the training is provided. If you do already have your own PAT tester, you can bring it along and we’ll help you learn how to use it.

    GetTesting PAT Testing training courses are limited to a maximum of 12 learners per course date.

    Still have questions?

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